Hotels in Nashville

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Located in the southern U.S. state of Tennessee, Nashville is a world-famous and culturally significant city. The town is not only the capital of Tennessee, but it's also the capital of country music. The southern town is America's 23rd-most populous city and prized for its portside location. Besides country, Nashville is also a mecca for jazz, bluegrass, and R&B music. Most town tourists come for a music pilgrimage, but there is more than just the Grand Ole Opry. This holiday destination also has a lively and flourishing performing arts scene. It's a classic American town with good 'ole southern hospitality, great food, honky-tonks, and interesting museums.

There is a wide-ranging selection of hotel and motel accommodations. The rooms are comfortable, affordable, and readily available. There's no shortage of luxury suites and vacation rentals on the higher end of the spectrum. You'll even find an excellent selection of small, cozy, and charming boutiques.

Neighborhoods of Nashville

There's no doubt that every district in Nashville has something unique to offer visitors, but some areas stand out from the others. Neighborhoods of high interest to vacationers include:

  • Downtown: The beating heart of the city, there’s the greatest concentration of bars, restaurants, honky-tonks, souvenir shops, and attractions here. The neon-lit area is fun to see on a horse-drawn carriage ride.
  • Music Row: Southwestern downtown area is where the practical aspects of the music industry sit, including many record labels.
  • Wedgewood-Houston: This buzzing area's recent regeneration has turned old factories into modern art studios, cocktail bars, and craft distilleries.
  • East Nashville: If you're looking for parties and upbeat nightlife, come and visit the quirky boutiques, trendy bars, and tasty restaurants in this area.
  • Franklin: This charming neighborhood lies south of the city's center. Although mainly residential with antique-style housing, it’s also popular for its many annual festivals.

What to see and do in Nashville

To make sure you don’t miss out on anything, you'll need to have a well-planned itinerary for your visit to Nashville. There is so much to do, but you can start with some of these attractions:

  • Grand Ole Opry House: The legendary music venue offers guided tours and hosts numerous live concerts.
  • Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum: This huge building pays homage to country music and its history, plus some of the greatest country music stars.
  • The Parthenon: This full-size replica of Athen's temple sits in Centennial Park.
  • Adventure Science Center: Kids and adults can engage at this center, which also contains a planetarium.
  • The Hermitage: The former plantation home of the seventh President, Andrew Jackson, is open to the public. Go and get a glimpse of the former POTUS' 19th-century life.
  • Promise Park/Nashville Zoo: Get close up to real-life animals and let your kids run loose in this 66,000-square-foot Jungle Gym.
  • Two Rivers Park: There’s plenty of fun here, including Wave Country and the Stones River Greenway trail.

What to eat in Nashville

The food culture in Nashville is just what you'd expect from a southern American state. You'll find traditional southern American cuisine, soul food, Creole, and Cajun food all across town. Must-try dishes include:

  • Hot Chicken: Widely acknowledged as the city’s undisputed signature dish is spicy fried chicken.
  • Meat and 3: Nashville's restaurant staple is a DIY creation. Choose your favorite meat and pick three side dishes, such as coleslaw, collard greens, or creamed corn.
  • Biscuits and Gravy: You’ll find these on the menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Fried Pickles: Many chefs have a personalized version of this highly addictive snack with a twist.
  • Banana Pudding: The favorite local dessert is creamy and sweet. It might be served on its own or come as part of a layered dessert.

Typical events and festivals in Nashville

Nashville is a city that is always bursting with events and festivals, mostly based around music, but some other popular events include:

  • Nashville Film Festival: This showcase of independent films happens in April.
  • Nashville Fashion Week: March or April sees a big celebration of the local and regional fashion industries.
  • Tennessee State Fair: The Nashville Fairgrounds plays host to this traditional September event.
  • Tomato Art Festival: You'll find this quirky union of vegetables, art, and music at Five Points in East Nashville, usually sometime in August.
  • The 4th of July: Come and celebrate America's Independence Day celebration at East Park.
  • Franklin Festivals: This neighborhood is known for hosting several popular events, including the Main Street Festival, Pumpkinfest, and A Dickens of a Christmas.

How to move around in Nashville

The local bus network operates hundreds of buses in and around the city. The buses run 50 individual routes, and there are countless stops along the way. The Music City Circuit bus line is particularly popular with tourists as it takes you around most of the city's significant hotspot locations. There are also three interstate highways connecting Nashville to other major U.S. cities.

The climate in Nashville

The climate in Nashville is typical for the south, meaning hot summers and mild winters. The hottest and best time to visit the town is in the summer, which lasts from June through September. Temperatures frequently reach 90° F in the summer months, while winters bring lows dropping to around 28° F. Between February and May, thunderstorms and tornadoes can occur across Nashville.

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Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Nashville

The most centrally located hotels in Nashville with the best ratings are: Hotel Renaissance Nashville, Hotel The Hermitage and Hotel Hilton Nashville Downtown.

It depends on the category of the hotel. If you want to stay at a 4-star hotel in Nashville, the average price per night is 160 , while you will pay an average of 112 for a 3-star hotel, and in a more luxurious 5-star hotel, you'll pay around 241 .

You can make reservations at Hotel Holiday Inn Nashvillevanderbilt Downtown, Hotel The Union Station Nashville Yards, Autograph Collection and Hotel Nashville Marriott At Vanderbilt University if you"re looking for a hotel with valet service for your visit to Nashville.

According to our clients, if you´re travelling with children, the best hotels in Nashville are Hotel Hilton Garden Inn Nashville Vanderbilt, Hutton and Hotel Nashville Marriott At Vanderbilt University.

Some of the options for hotels with non-smoking rooms in Nashville are Hotel Clarion Nashville Downtown Stadium, Hotel Holiday Inn Nashvillevanderbilt Downtown and Hotel Sonesta Nashville Airport.

If you're bringing a vehicle, we recommend that you book a hotel with parking in Nashville, like Hotel Holiday Inn Nashvillevanderbilt Downtown, Hotel Nashville Marriott At Vanderbilt University or Hutton.